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The Sphere in Las Vegas lit up with colorful Exosphere display at night
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Council Approves Key Step for Sphere National Harbor

Prince George's County Council voted 8-0 to create a financing district for Sphere National Harbor, advancing the venue's tax incentive plan.
Industry
Red and black Everlast boxing gloves, symbolizing the sport behind the new Iron Mike Legacy attraction at Flamingo Las Vegas
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

New Mike Tyson Immersive Experience Opens at Flamingo

Caesars Entertainment will open Iron Mike Legacy at Flamingo Las Vegas this fall, the first officially licensed Tyson attraction.
Las Vegas
Mark Cuban speaking into a microphone at an event, representing Harbinger Sports Partners' investment in the Athletics
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Mark Cuban's Group Buys $50M Stake in Athletics' Ballpark

Mark Cuban's Harbinger Sports Partners has taken a minority stake in the Athletics, adding fresh capital ahead of the team's 2028 Las Vegas ballpark opening.
Las Vegas
New Hampshire Casino Donates $2.4 Million
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

New Hampshire Casino Donates Record $2.4 Million to Nonprofits

At least 35% of gross gaming revenue from games of chance and historical horse racing must be allocated to rotating charities, with another 10% helping to fund public education.
Financial News
Kalshi Agrees Cease Sports Event Contracts and More in Nevada
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

Kalshi Agrees Cease Sports Event Contracts and More in Nevada

A settlement with Nevada regulators requires Kalshi to stop offering several prediction markets in the state by Aug. 12.
Legal
DraftKings Wins $14.2 Million Sports Betting Lawsuit, Seeks Court Costs
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

DraftKings Wins $14.2 Million Sports Betting Lawsuit, Seeks Court Costs

A federal court ruled in favor of DraftKings in a lawsuit over a voided Pebble Beach golf parlay.
Legal
Financial report clipboard with calculator, cash, and charts representing Boyd Gaming Q2 2026 earnings
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Boyd Gaming Beats Q2 2026 Earnings Estimates Despite Dip

Boyd Gaming's Q2 2026 results beat Wall Street estimates as strength in the Midwest and South offset Las Vegas softness.
Las Vegas
When Will Maine Online Casinos Launch Here's What Happens Next
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

When Will Maine Online Casinos Launch? Here's What Happens Next

Online casino gaming is legal in Maine, but regulators still have several steps to complete before launches can begin.
Legal
Bipartisan Bill Would Ban Sports Event Contracts on Prediction Markets
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

Bipartisan Bill Would Ban Sports Event Contracts on Prediction Markets

Nevada lawmakers have introduced legislation to ban sports event contracts on prediction market platforms.
Legal
New Siena Poll Reveals New Yorkers' Views on Sports Betting
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

New Siena Poll Reveals New Yorkers' Views on Sports Betting

A statewide poll found younger New Yorkers are far more likely to bet on sports and support online wagering than older residents.
Industry